Blacks' gallantry recalled in battle of Bunker Hill

Chicago Sun-Times | February 3, 1989 | Copyright

February is Black History Month, a salute to the contributions and achievements of black Americans. This series of features describes slavery in America and the campaign for equality for blacks, as well as detailing black involvement in important episodes in American history. It is meant to be used in the classroom.

Day was breaking over Boston on June 17, 1775, and the crew aboard the 20-gun British sloop Lively was beginning to stir. On deck, a British marine on watch stared through the haze over Boston Harbor. As land became more distinct, the marine gasped in amazement. On a hill ...

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